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Monday, March 29, 2010

Berlin, Germany

The Gay Scene in Berlin is as diverse as the city´s districts. In most parts of Berlin gay people are as accepted as anyone else. In the main districts, Kreuzberg, Schöneberg, Mitte, Friedrichshain & Prenzlauer Berg, same sex couples can be seen, like any other couples, kissing and holding hands. Because of this acceptability, the gay scene is not limited to gay venues. Gay social life is one of the many threads which make Berlin and add to its amazing ...

Barcelona, Spain

For gay travellers who don't want to just pose at the beach day after day Barcelona had been one of the favourite destinations in Europe for the last 15 years. The city has this perfect combination of a warm Mediterranean climate, beaches within and close to the city, mountains in the hinterland and the culture, nightlife, sights and infrastructure of an European metropolis. Among the things that make Barcelona unique are the many fine examples of Catalan Art Nouveau ...

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco has a special place in the hearts of gay and lesbian travelers. It's not only because of the history of fighting for LGBT equality. San Francisco is a place where world-class attractions, amazing restaurants, diverse neighborhoods and breathtaking views are around every gay-friendly corner

London, England

London is widely recognised as one of the gay capitals of the world and is home to the largest gay and lesbian community in Europe.

With the annual London Pride Festival, London's Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, and arguably the most eye-opening gay club nights you'll find in the world, there's something to keep you entertained all year round.

Russian River, CA

The Russian River is the West Coast's favorite LGBT playground. This string of offbeat river villages attracts thousands of LGBT visitors every year for a wide range of activities and fun. Whether visiting for a weekend, a week or longer, you won't find any other getaway that matches the Russian River's unique and spectacular natural beauty, combined with friendly businesses and residents who genuinely appreciate diversity. The Russian River Resort Area or the lower Russian River is ... more on gayrussianriver.com

Fire Island, NY

Fire Island is a unique summer getaway with beautiful beaches, amazing nightlife, and a diverse community. The community of the Pines tends to be mostly male, although some lesbian couples and plenty of non-gay residents & visitors enjoy it as well. The community of Cherry Grove tends to attract more lesbians. Fire Island is a barrier island on the southern side of Long Island. This truly unique place is accessible only by ferry and provides a tranquil, serene atmosphere with no ...

Montreal, Quebec

Montreal is renowned worldwide for being a gay-friendly place, with a vibrant cultural scene, scintillating nightlife and beautiful people. The predominately gay "Village" neighborhood is a thriving part of town, replete with restaurants, bars, boutiques and cafés. Today, queer establishments and events are sprinkled throughout the city, from the university clusters in the west of downtown to the underground dyke nightlife in Mile End to the charming cafés of Verdun. more on go-montreal.com

Mykonos, Greece

Mykonos is a Greek island and a major tourist destination, renowned for its cosmopolitan character and its intense nightlife. The nightlife of Mykonos is marketed as among the best in Europe. Mykonos also attracts famous DJs to its clubs and beach bars, amongst which are Paradise, Super Paradise and Paranga. In addition, Mykonos is a gay-friendly resort area during the summer, featuring several gay clubs. Mykonos nightlife focuses mainly on bars rather than clubs, yet a number of notable clubs

Sydney for Gay Mardi Gras (February)

The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras is an annual gay pride parade and festival for the LGBT community in Sydney, Australia, and is the largest such event in the world. The parade, while featuring many in the gay community with a penchant for exotic costumes and dance music, has always retained a political edge, with often witty visual commentary on their political opponents featuring in the floats. As homosexuality became more and more accepted in the wider community, more gay ... more on mardigras.org.au

Gay Ski Week, Whistler, Canada (February)

It's a happy fact that western Canada's coolest gay ski town, Whistler, is also one of North America's best gay winter hideaways, a modern and stylish community rife with gay-friendly hotels, boutiques, and restaurants. In fact, there's as much to do here for non-skiers as for fans of boarding and skiing. Whistler, which will be hosting most of the alpine competitions during the 2010 Olympics, lies about 80 miles north of Vancouver, and 220 miles north ... more on gaywhistler.com